Sitting beside him, Debra put on her lipstick and checked herself in the mirror with a faint smile.

My folks were just teasing. No biggie, Axell! I know youre taken.

T wont meddle.

After a beat, she grew serious. Too bad, though. Dads been mulling a promotion for you, but worries about your personal life getting in the way. Dont fret, Il talk to him.

Axell was taken aback.

He wasnt naive, and he grasped Debras insinuation instantly. If he ditched Jessie, he could land the head surgeon gig and maybe even become the hospital director someday.

a tempting

for a moment, torn

bring himself to let go of Jessie. So, he opted for a diplomatic approach. Lets

Debra off, Axel dialed Jessies number as soon as he got back in

her shower when Axells call came

with her phone, asking softly, Hows work? Are you feeling tired? Thinking about

part, replying vaguely, ALL good on my end. I just wrapped up. And you? Im just about to hit

Jessies voice, Axel softened. lll

Sorry about today.

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